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Customs consultant assessing customs software

Company description/industry:

Private equity company

How we helped/what we did:

  • Assessed the customs software market through primary and secondary research
  • Identified regulatory changes likely to impact the market and target company
  • Analysed competitor landscape

Results:

Delivered a comprehensive market analysis supporting the acquisition of a customs software business. We presented a forward-looking outlook and strategic evaluation of the company’s position in the market.

Assessing the Customs Software Market for a Private Equity Investment

Company description/industry:

Private equity company

How we helped/what we did:

  • Assessed the customs software market through primary and secondary research
  • Identified regulatory changes likely to impact the market and target company
  • Analysed competitor landscape

Results:

Delivered a comprehensive market analysis supporting the acquisition of a customs software business. We presented a forward-looking outlook and strategic evaluation of the company’s position in the market.

Storage of alcohol shipments ready for shipping

Company description/industry:

One of the world’s largest alcohol manufacturers

How we helped:

  • Mapped D2C alcohol shipment process UK to US
  • Analysed tax implications in both countries
  • Clarified liabilities for different parties involved
  • Assessed ways to minimise tax burden
  • Identified shipping partners

Results:

Delivered options for D2C alcohol shipment, emphasising transparent tax and cost implications and recommendations of trusted logistics providers. We presented opportunities for alternative approaches to VAT and excise duty.

Options for direct-to-consumer alcohol shipments to the US

Company description/industry:

One of the world’s largest alcohol manufacturers

How we helped:

  • Mapped D2C alcohol shipment process UK to US
  • Analysed tax implications in both countries
  • Clarified liabilities for different parties involved
  • Assessed ways to minimise tax burden
  • Identified shipping partners

Results:

Delivered options for D2C alcohol shipment, emphasising transparent tax and cost implications and recommendations of trusted logistics providers. We presented opportunities for alternative approaches to VAT and excise duty.

Customs consultant making a call

Company description/industry:

A US-owned business manufacturing sustainable motor systems in the UK

How we helped/what we did:

  • Conducted a detailed analysis of import documentation
  • Advised on preparation for audit
  • Identified compliance failures and improvements
  • Recommended customs mechanisms to reduce import charges

Results:

Reduced directors’ risks and liabilities. We supported the company’s leadership, ensuring they were well-prepared to face the audit.
Our support optimised the import process, improving efficiency and minimizing future risks. We identified customs facilitations and duty management options to deliver cost reductions on future imports.

Comprehensive support for HMRC audit

Company description/industry:

A US-owned business manufacturing sustainable motor systems in the UK

How we helped/what we did:

  • Conducted a detailed analysis of import documentation
  • Advised on preparation for audit
  • Identified compliance failures and improvements
  • Recommended customs mechanisms to reduce import charges

Results:

Reduced directors’ risks and liabilities. We supported the company’s leadership, ensuring they were well-prepared to face the audit.
Our support optimised the import process, improving efficiency and minimizing future risks. We identified customs facilitations and duty management options to deliver cost reductions on future imports.

Discussing international trade with a customs consultant

Company description/industry:

Aviation design consultancy

How we helped/what we did:

  • Tested and re-drafted U.S. Technical Assistance Agreement
  • Ensured coverage of controlled activities and employee nationalities
  • Delivered training and guidance on managing ITAR-controlled technical data
  • Mapped processes for intangible transfers and secure storage
  • Developed mechanism for compliant recordkeeping

Results:

Reduced risks of violation and a greater understanding of working with ITAR across the business. Included specific T&C’s within the TAA. Supported successful transactions with US customers.

US ITAR compliance

Company description/industry:

Aviation design consultancy

How we helped/what we did:

  • Tested and re-drafted U.S. Technical Assistance Agreement
  • Ensured coverage of controlled activities and employee nationalities
  • Delivered training and guidance on managing ITAR-controlled technical data
  • Mapped processes for intangible transfers and secure storage
  • Developed mechanism for compliant recordkeeping

Results:

Reduced risks of violation and a greater understanding of working with ITAR across the business. Included specific T&C’s within the TAA. Supported successful transactions with US customers.